Associate Laboratory Technician
About The Position
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job TitleAssociate Laboratory Technician Location(s) GSK (Collegeville) - Customer Site PA Job Description Job Responsibilities:
Requirements
- Takes ownership of tasks and drives them to completion
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset
- Strong attention to detail required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years’ experience in a customer facing role
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of experience in a scientific or laboratory environment.
- Associate degree or professional certification in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Six Sigma, Business Administration, Supply Chain).
- Basic understanding of GLP/GxP and experience in a compliance-driven environment.
- Familiarity with 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
- Knowledge of chemical handling and safety practices.
- Basic understanding of Occupational Health and Safety standards
- Ability to read and interpret chemical labels and safety signage.
- Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Responsibilities
- Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, both verbally and in writing.
- Collaborate with team members to complete routine tasks that ensure lab and equipment readiness.
- Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables.
- Prepare and set up equipment and materials for experiments or instructional labs.
- Clean and sterilize glassware, instruments, and workspaces.
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Receive, label, and store incoming materials.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and report low stock or equipment issues.
- Ensure compliance with lab safety protocols and assist with safety inspections.
- Dispose of chemical and biological waste in accordance with regulations.
- Provide basic troubleshooting support and guidance on equipment use.
- Escalate issues promptly to supervisors.
- Support team goals and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
- Escort and coordinate with vendors visiting lab areas.
- Follow documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for lab tasks.
- Assist with service work orders and coordinate maintenance and service events with scientists and key personnel.
- Support communication efforts, including posting signs and forwarding relevant emails
- Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
